Chapter 142 The childhood sweetheart who deceived the feelings of the sinister official (30)
Chapter 142 The childhood sweetheart who deceived the feelings of the sinister official (30)
The genuine smile on Ji's father's face suddenly turned into a forced smile.
Qi Jingxiao's attitude was familiar and his tone was very good: "Master Ji."
Ji Chutang had already run towards Ji's mother, shouting and yelling, totally losing the demeanor of a wealthy lady that she usually acted like.
This shows how excited she was.
Ji's mother was also very happy and excited. When she saw Ji Chutang running towards her, she quickly opened her arms to hug her.
Ji Hong forced a smile and greeted Qi Jingxiao: "Regent, I am sorry to have troubled you these days."
Qi Jingxiao waved his hand gently: "It's not a problem." Who would find it troublesome to have his own wife?
Seeing that this living devil had no intention of leaving, Ji Hong was forced to invite Qi Jingxiao in:
"The Regent has graced my humble abode with his presence. Please come in."
What a polite remark.
There is absolutely nothing wrong with it.
Qi Jingxiao naturally would not refuse, and he took the lead and walked towards the Ji Mansion, followed by everyone in the Ji family.
As they walked, Ji's father noticed something was wrong.
Eh? How come you walk around like you're at home, so... familiar with the place?
However, despite his doubts, Ji Hong did not dare to question the Regent. Perhaps his puzzled expression was too obvious.
Qi Jingxiao finally realized that something was wrong.
He stopped at the intersection and pretended not to know where to go. Only then did Ji Hong come to the front to lead the way.
As I was thinking about it, I realized that I was thinking wrong.
Belly sinister heart of a gentleman.
What intentions could a dignified regent have towards their small Ji Mansion?
Walk to the hall where Ji’s house entertains guests.
Ji Hong had just sat down and had someone serve tea to the Regent. Ji Chutang and her daughter had already left and did not stay in this hall. To entertain a guest like the Regent, it was natural for the head of the Ji family to do so.
Qi Jingxiao seemed to be walking with Ji Hong without looking at him, but his peripheral vision kept following Ji Chutang as he left until his figure disappeared from his peripheral vision.
A heart also went with it.
Even when Ji Hong was talking to him, he didn't pay attention.
Fortunately, he was wearing a mask, looked fine, and his eyes were serious. Ji Hong didn't think much about it. He just thought that the Regent was aloof and didn't want to pay attention to him.
He smiled awkwardly and said nothing more until he reached the hall where guests were received.
A servant brought tea.
Qi Jingxiao drank tea while listening to Ji Hong talking, and only heard Ji Hong chattering on and on about his gratitude.
He also politely stated his attitude, saying that as long as the Regent needed him, he would go through fire and water and sacrifice his life to repay the Regent's kindness.
Ji Hong knew that he was nothing to the Regent, but he had to show his attitude. He didn't even have the foresight or the thoughtfulness.
How to get along in official circles.
Almost everyone in the officialdom is a shrewd person. They say one thing to one person and another thing to another person.
After so many years in official circles, even if he is stupid, he can speak some official language through what he has seen and heard.
But Qi Jingxiao waved his hand after Ji Hong finished speaking and said: "I don't need Lord Ji to die for me." Just marry your daughter to me, and it will be your sincere gratitude.
Qi Jingxiao opened his mouth but didn't say the second half of the sentence.
Ji Hong was stunned. He was just being polite. If he was really asked to die, he didn't have the courage to do that.
Qi Jingxiao's eyes were sharp, and he changed the subject: "However, this prince and Miss Ji are very compatible, and I intend to marry her as my principal wife. What do you think, Lord Ji?"
The expression on Ji Hong's face froze instantly. He opened his mouth but couldn't say anything.
After a long while, he smiled awkwardly and said, "Don't joke, Prince Regent. The Ji family is a small family, and I really can't marry into your family."
Qi Jingxiao didn't buy it. He was determined to win and would never be willing to hear Ji Hong's refusal. He was just being polite to him and pretending to negotiate.
He didn't give Ji Hong a chance to refuse.
"Master Ji, I never joke with others, and I don't value family background. Miss Ji is kind-hearted, talented, and kind-hearted. She is just right for the position of Regent Princess."
Ji Hong was smiling on the surface but cursing inside. How could I not know that my daughter was excellent?
My daughter is naturally good in every way and excellent in every aspect.
Before Ji Hong could finish his conflicted expression and say the words of refusal again.
Qi Jingxiao said slowly, "Miss Ji is only seventeen years old. She will soon be in her prime. We can't afford to delay. Lord Ji, please don't delay Miss Ji's future."
Qi Jingxiao's words successfully shut Ji Hong up.
Ji Hong looked at Qi Jingxiao with a complicated expression, although in his heart, his daughter was the best.
But this world is harsh on women, and what the Regent said is right. He really can't afford to delay his daughter any longer.
Before, they were also very worried about their daughter's marriage. After all, every time there was a bit of good news, it would inevitably be ruined for various reasons.
Even though his daughter was the most talented and beautiful woman in the capital, no one came to propose to her. This was really unbelievable, and the Ji family felt that the girl was being wronged.
Tang'er has always wanted to marry into a wealthy family.
It has never been possible.
The position of the Regent Princess is considered to be the highest position in the family. Before the Concubine Shu got into trouble, they did not dare to dream of this position.
It can be said that Tanger’s wish has come true.
Moreover, the Regent did not take a concubine, but married her as his principal wife, which showed his sincerity.
Ji Hong knew that he had almost no chance to refuse, but when he thought of the rumors and looked at the very eye-catching mask on Qi Jingxiao's face, he sighed in his heart.
Rumor has it that the Regent was disfigured, looked like a devil, and was extremely ugly. How could he agree to this marriage?
Wouldn't it be uncomfortable for Tang'er to face such a face every day in the future? It's really unfair to her.
Afterwards, he did not refuse directly, but seemed to think for a moment, and said: "Your Highness is right, but this matter still needs to be discussed with my wife. I will reply to you in a few days. Is this feasible?"
Qi Jingxiao did not force the issue and insisted on making a decision right now. Although he was eager to make a decision right away, he said calmly, "Master Ji, there is no need to rush. Let's discuss it carefully. I will wait for you."
Ji Hong breathed a sigh of relief.
Qi Jingxiao said at this time: "I am sincere. If you marry Miss Ji as your principal wife, you will never take concubines or concubines. And you will never take any concubines to seduce Miss Ji."
"I am willing to marry you with a grand ceremony and give you all my wealth after marriage."
"In the officialdom, you must take extra care of your father-in-law and brother-in-law. This is my sincerity."
After Qi Jingxiao said these words, Ji Hong's eyes moved slightly, and it was obvious that he was moved.
He was indeed very excited.
The fact that the Regent promised not to take concubines, concubines, or mistresses was enough to make me excited.
In this world it is very normal for a man to have three wives and four concubines, although he only loves his wife all his life and they are together for the rest of their lives.
However, he never expected his daughter's future son-in-law to treat her in the same way.
After all, this possibility is too small.
This condition might make it impossible for their daughter to get married, and they can only hope that their daughter's husband will treat his wife with respect and not favor a concubine over his wife.
All the dignity that should be given has been taken care of.
Now, the regent has taken the initiative to propose such conditions, which shows his sincerity.
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Qi Jingxiao: I have no intention towards the Ji Mansion, I just have some thoughts about someone in the Ji Mansion.
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